Acknowledging this truth that God owns everything means embracing the following responsibilities...

Acknowledging this truth means embracing the following responsibilities:
Stewards Have Responsibilities, Not RightsAs stewards, we manage God’s resources according to His will, not our own desires. We don’t have ownership rights over what we manage; we are responsible for using it faithfully. This means making decisions based on what pleases God, not what benefits us personally.
Stewards Are AccountableRomans 14:12 tells us that each of us will give an account to God for how we manage His resources. Did we use them to advance His Kingdom, care for others, and reflect His character, or did we waste them on selfish pursuits?
Stewards Live with an Eternal Perspective Instead of focusing on temporal wealth, stewards invest in things with eternal significance. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus instructs us to "lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven." Earthly wealth is fleeting, but how we use it can have an eternal impact. Stewards Are Faithful in Small Things In Luke 16:10, Jesus teaches, “One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.”Faithful stewards manage even the smallest resources with care, knowing that God sees and rewards our faithfulness.
Stewards Hold Loosely and Give GenerouslyWhen we recognize that everything belongs to God, it becomes easier to hold our possessions with an open hand. A steward gives generously, knowing that what we offer is already God’s. In doing so, we reflect God's generosity and trust Him to provide for our needs.
Stewards Don’t Take Credit In Luke 12:13-21, Jesus tells the parable of a man who hoards wealth, focusing on his possessions instead of being "rich toward God." The man takes full credit for his success, failing to acknowledge God’s provision. In contrast, good stewards recognize that everything they have comes from God, giving Him the credit for any success. By living as faithful stewards, we honor God as the true owner of all we have. This mindset transforms how we approach our finances and our lives, leading to greater purpose, responsibility, and joy. Ultimately, how we handle money reflects our commitment to Christ and our trust in Him for all things. This is precisely the heartbeat behind our 4-Week study, Rich Toward God. This resource guides you through Jesus’ Parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12, helping you examine what drives your financial decisions, where your true security lies, and how to align your money with God’s kingdom purposes. You can purchase your copy or place a bulk order by going to FaithFi.com and clicking the “Shop” tab.
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